Recreation Specialist (part-time)
Kansas City (MO) Parks & Recreation

(Job Opening #524285)

Full-time position available with the Parks and Recreation Department- Recreation Division

Work Location: 1600 John “Buck” O’Neil Way

Salary Range: $17.35-$26.47 per hour

Normal Work Days/Hours: Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. and Monday-Wednesday, 3:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

Application Deadline Date: October 21, 2026

About the Parks & Recreation Department

Kansas City Parks & Recreation is dedicated to enhancing the community’s quality of life through equitable, communitydriven programs and sustainable management of natural resources. The department provides and maintains a wide range of parks, recreational facilities, and amenities, including trails, lakes, playgrounds, and cultural spaces. By promoting leisure, wellness, and environmental stewardship, Parks & Recreation fosters healthy lifestyles, strengthens community connections, and contributes to a vibrant, world-class city experience.

What You’ll Do:

• Plans and organizes assigned recreation activities in the area of Boxing (Youth Boxing, open gym, Kickboxing, Cardio Boxing, Group Fitness).

• Develops new programs and activities by researching trends, community requests, and evaluating community needs.

• Promotes community center and division programs.

• Prepares class and schedules information and markets it to the public through brochures, social media, and/or other materials and methods.

• Assists in implementing the marketing plan for division offerings.

• Observes and monitors the quality of Boxing programs, events, classes and activities.

• Prepares and controls equipment inventory and stock deliveries.

• Orders, inspects, and maintains recreation equipment and materials.

• Assists supervisor with program budget development and management.

• Maintain records and develop reports concerning new and/or ongoing programs and program effectiveness.

• Performs administrative tasks, such as attending and scheduling meetings, monitoring expenditures, and maintaining records.

• Performs routine facility maintenance and logistics, including but not limited to, the setup and tear down of tables, chairs, equipment, and supplies.

• Oversees fee collection and accounting activities.

• Reviews records and files to ensure proper accounting and documentation consistent with City policies and procedures.

• Maintains records and completes required reports.

• Works collaboratively with internal and external customers.

• Responds to requests and inquiries from the general public.

• Provides information regarding assigned recreational program area.

• Analyzes customer inquiries and determines steps necessary to resolve issues.

• Assists with department special events as needed.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRES: 

• 6 months of experience in community recreation, sports instruction, arts education, or related programming (e.g., coaching, teaching art or music).

• May be required to possess a valid state–issued driver’s license in accordance with the City of KCMO policies.

• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen as prescribed by the City.

• Preference given for having/obtain Boxing Coach Certification the USA Boxing.

Apply online at www.kcmo.gov/jobs. EOE. The City of Kansas City, Missouri is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce